ROASTED ASPARAGUS AND SCALLION SALAD

Roasted Asparagus and Scallion Salad image

Provided by Carolyn Haas

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 c cracked-wheat berries (or sub quinoa or barley)
2 1/2 tsp soy sauce, divided
2 tsp lime juice
2 pinch sea salt and pepper, each or more to taste
4 Tbsp olive oil, divided
1 clove garlic, grated
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 in. pieces
1 bunch scallions, halved and cut into 2 inch pieces
3 c salad greens
shaved parmesan or similar

Steps:

1. Bring a small pot of salted water to boil, add cracked wheat. Cover and simmer until tender - about 20 minutes.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tsp soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, pinches of sea salt and pepper. Drizzle in 3 tablespoons oil, whisking constantly.
3. Drain grain and stir into dressing while warm.
4. Heat oven to 425ºF. Spread asparagus and scallions on a rimmed baking sheet. (I line mine with foil.) Drizzle with oil, 1/2 tsp soy sauce and pinches of salt and pepper. Roast until slightly charred, about 20 minutes. Let cool slightly.
5. Toss salad greens in the bowl with the grain and dressing until coated. Put on serving plates. Add asparagus and scallions; shave parmesan over top.